03/18/2026
Continuing to introduce our adjudicators. Ms. Bobbi Kotula.
Meet one of the adjudicators for BITFest 🎭
We are delighted to welcome Bobbi Kotula as an adjudicator for this year’s festival.
A celebrated actress in the Pacific Northwest, Bobbi is known for her dynamic performances, sharp comedic timing, and deep commitment to the theatre community. She earned her BA in Theatre from Penn State University and pursued advanced studies in directing at Villanova University, where she also obtained her teaching certification.
Bobbi has built an impressive career on stage, earning acclaim for roles across classical theatre, musical theatre, and contemporary productions. Her portrayal of **Dolly Levi in Hello, Dolly! ** received rave reviews, while her recent role as Roz Keith in 9 to 5 was described as outrageously funny. Her unforgettable performance as the eccentric German director Hildret Heinz in the original musical Iron Curtain at Village Theatre led to an Off-Broadway debut, where The New York Times called her performance “uproarious.”
Her extensive stage credits include Kate in The Taming of the Shrew, Paulina in The Winter’s Tale, Mrs. Warren in Mrs. Warren’s Profession, Miss Hannigan in Annie, Beula in Come From Away, Mrs. Brill in Mary Poppins, Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast, Golde in Fiddler on the Roof, and Sarah in Company. She has also appeared in film and television including 21 and Over, Cheap AF, Norman, The Deadline, The Fugitive, and Amazing Grace, and can be heard in radio dramas such as The Adventures of Harry Nile and The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes.
Beyond performing, Bobbi serves as Major Gifts Manager at Village Theatre, combining her passion for theatre with her dedication to supporting the arts. She is a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association (AEA) and SAG-AFTRA, and actively supports organizations that provide safety, food, and housing within her community.
We are honored to have Bobbi bring her experience, artistry, and insight to BITFest.
